A print from the series "Imayo Genji" — a "contemporary Genji" production updating the eleventh-century Tale of Genji scenarios to Meiji-era settings — combined with a scene of entertainment on a boat at Miyashima. The "Imayo Genji" genre was popular throughout the Meiji period, translating the romantic scenarios of the classic novel into contemporary settings that allowed audiences to see themselves in the roles of the ancient courtiers. Miyashima's famous floating torii gate setting adds scenic grandeur to the social entertainment depicted.
Meiji period, dated October 10, 1896
Woodblock print in "ōban" format; ink and color on paper
Woodblock print
Woodblock print
Woodblock print
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Imayo Genji 今様げんじ / Miyashima senchu asobi 宮しま船中遊 was created by Toyohara Chikanobu (豊原周延).
Imayo Genji 今様げんじ / Miyashima senchu asobi 宮しま船中遊 depicts figures, boats & ships, and bijin-ga.
